Back Pack Essentials

[Mare]

I have been looking for an older post about what are some of the basics needs in a back pack. I saw it earlier this fall but cant find it. Can someone re-post the link to that thread again. Kinda handy... as there were pictures. Everyone has their own opinion on this, but its still nice to see, and Im getting my frist pack together and I know Im missing some stuff. Thanks in advance... :d

 

[white6]

ditto.. i need to get a pack together too and would like to be able to find that posting

pls! thx

 

[hailguy]

Same, 1st pack for mr as well. Would like to be prepared

 

[Polarblu]

i perfer beer and fireball, do like the bags of wine outa the box for a change-up. Rootbeer shnaps is pretty good and you cant forget the Jager!!! Vodka infused "Fuzz" drinks were kinda tastey, but stay away from the red-bull vodkas they are dangerous!!!!

Oh and basic tools, level 1 first aid kit, fire starter, and emergency rations

And someone who knows how to use that stuff while your pissed to the gills by the fire!!!

 

[DragonDiva]

I have been looking for an older post about what are some of the basics needs in a back pack. I saw it earlier this fall but cant find it. Can someone re-post the link to that thread again. Kinda handy... as there were pictures. Everyone has their own opinion on this, but its still nice to see, and Im getting my frist pack together and I know Im missing some stuff. Thanks in advance... :d

Here is what I found on another site. I will likely be re-evaluating the contents of our sled and backpack since reading this. We do carry a Spot GPS Messenger.

Recommendations from SnoWest...

Sled Bag (Actually Pretty small):
8-10 King Size Snickers (depending on how many get raided before riding)
Army Surplus Compressed Fuel Cubes (Trioxane)
Army Surplus compact tin stove (really small)
2 Lighters
Candles (For light and heat)
Stainless Steel Cup - for liquids
Roll of electrical tape
Length of duct tape
LED headlamp
Fleece hat
Gloves - I wear thin ones riding
Small roll of TP
Sunscreen
GPS
Compass
Leatherman
Knife
Whistle
Matches
Sunglasses
Flagging
Pencil/Paper
Spare batteries - for headlamp and GPS
4 Cylume light sticks
4 space blankets
2 carabiners
4 chemical hand warmers
25' rope webbing
Tow strap
Webbing loops
Zip Ties
Bungee Cord
Small First Aid Kit (Advil, Benadryl, Asprin, Tums, Band-Aids, Gauze, Sports Wrap, etc.)
Trail Map

Backpack:
Shovel (With saw blade)
Water
Energy Snacks
Camera
SPOT Locator
Probe
Extra socks
Extra fleece jacket
Extra thermal top

Sled storage compartment:
Spare plugs
Basic tool kit
Spare belt

On my Person:
Cell Phone
ID
Car keys - hopefully
Beacon

 

[towerrigger]

https://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f14/what-do-i-need-35828.html

There was this thread from a while back with some photos, Don't forget to pack the tampon.

 

[pirate31red]

Here is what I found on another site. I will likely be re-evaluating the contents of our sled and backpack since reading this. We do carry a Spot GPS Messenger.

Recommendations from SnoWest...

Sled Bag (Actually Pretty small):
8-10 King Size Snickers (depending on how many get raided before riding)
Army Surplus Compressed Fuel Cubes (Trioxane)
Army Surplus compact tin stove (really small)
2 Lighters
Candles (For light and heat)
Stainless Steel Cup - for liquids
Roll of electrical tape
Length of duct tape
LED headlamp
Fleece hat
Gloves - I wear thin ones riding
Small roll of TP
Sunscreen
GPS
Compass
Leatherman
Knife
Whistle
Matches
Sunglasses
Flagging
Pencil/Paper
Spare batteries - for headlamp and GPS
4 Cylume light sticks
4 space blankets
2 carabiners
4 chemical hand warmers
25' rope webbing
Tow strap
Webbing loops
Zip Ties
Bungee Cord
Small First Aid Kit (Advil, Benadryl, Asprin, Tums, Band-Aids, Gauze, Sports Wrap, etc.)
Trail Map

Backpack:
Shovel (With saw blade)
Water
Energy Snacks
Camera
SPOT Locator
Probe
Extra socks
Extra fleece jacket
Extra thermal top

Sled storage compartment:
Spare plugs
Basic tool kit
Spare belt

On my Person:
Cell Phone
ID
Car keys - hopefully
Beacon

wow thats a pretty big list

 

[2manykids]

I have been looking for an older post about what are some of the basics needs in a back pack. I saw it earlier this fall but cant find it. Can someone re-post the link to that thread again. Kinda handy... as there were pictures. Everyone has their own opinion on this, but its still nice to see, and Im getting my frist pack together and I know Im missing some stuff. Thanks in advance... :d

https://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f14/thought-i-would-post-hope-you-11472.html

 

[skinnybitch]

https://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f14/what-do-i-need-35828.html

There was this thread from a while back with some photos, Don't forget to pack the tampon.

The tampon may come in handy in more ways than one ladies!!! Also it is a really good idea to have a flare pen and plenty of spare flares!

 

[teeroy]

Here is what I found on another site. I will likely be re-evaluating the contents of our sled and backpack since reading this. We do carry a Spot GPS Messenger.

On my Person:
Cell Phone
ID
Car keys - hopefully
Beacon

I leave my keys in a strategically placed location on/around the vehicle and let everyone I'm with know where they are, in case I don't come back with the group....scary scenario but I have seen the results of a dude lost overnight and his buddy had no keys, no way to get help, or get to town. he had to break into buddy's truck and smash the steering column to get to town for help. by that time it was too late for S&R to conduct a search because of darkness, and buddy spent the night on the mountain with a broken neck....thank God he survived.

 

[skinnybitch]

I leave my keys in a strategically placed location on/around the vehicle and let everyone I'm with know where they are, in case I don't come back with the group....scary scenario but I have seen the results of a dude lost overnight and his buddy had no keys, no way to get help, or get to town. he had to break into buddy's truck and smash the steering column to get to town for help. by that time it was too late for S&R to conduct a search because of darkness, and buddy spent the night on the mountain with a broken neck....thank God he survived.

Could be a very scary scenario but my man and I also do this.

 

[Modman]

Leave all the fancy firestarter crap at home, get a flint stick and some cotton or tampons.

 

[Mare]

https://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f14/thought-i-would-post-hope-you-11472.html

AWESOME.. this is what I was looking for.. THANKS :d

 

[white6]

thanks as well. these links have been fantastic!

 

[sledslut]

https://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f14/thought-i-would-post-hope-you-11472.html

just incase you didnt see it above